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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1917
Page
1
A large crowd honors departing soldiers as Governor Lindsey forms a commission with Sen. John S. Clark and Sen. R. G. Bryant to assess war era conditions. The procession includes George Armijo, local officials, and many residents bidding farewell to servicemen headed to Fort Riley.
El Paso mayor Davis supports crackdown after soldiers die from alcohol related incidents. Army authorities report female civilians associated with soldiers face drink distribution prosecutions. Mayor urges enforcement to curb whiskey and wine sales to service members, warning violators face severe penalties.
Mrs. Thomas D. Burns Sr wife of the late Senator Burns of Tierra Amarilla died at her home Monday night from complications. She was a devoted Catholic and known for charm and community ties. Remains buried at Tierra Amarilla Wednesday. Survived by son Thomas D. Burns Jr and two daughters Mrs H L Hall of Chama and Mrs George Becker of Tierra Amarilla.
Ralph C. Ely was removed as receiver of the New Mexico Central railroad by Judge Reed Motleman. The court directed a formal accounting and approved a $2,500 attorney fee while fixing Ely’s successor Ralph E. Twitchell with a $3,000 yearly salary. The report details unrelated claims of expenses and unauthorised actions in attempts to promote bond purchases and road sales.
A major Rio Grande valley deal closed last week as J F Primm of El Paso purchased from C O Gilley a stock ranch in the Rio Grande drainage. The ranch spans more than 100 sections, all fenced and watered and suitable for cattle raising. Terms were kept private by P S S association officials.
A local notice from the Woman's Auxiliary of the New Mexico Defense Committee urges posting a prominent honor roll of men in Santa Fe serving in the country. It details listing by branch, noting whereabouts where possible, and adds plans to hang a service insignia in each home with multiple honorees indicated.
W. D. Murray with business and ranking interests in Silver City and Deming arrived in Santa Fe to attend to important affairs. Senator Murray reports business is better than ever. Deming grows rapidly as Range conditions are fair in Grant county. Three quarters of a potato crop will be harvested.
The piece describes New Mexico men en route to training and deployment, with remarkable emphasis on mobilization across plains regions. It notes recruitment targets for infantry and field artillery, details about district depots, and the Santa Fe line’s role in moving military traffic while maintaining civilian commerce and safety.
A Los Angeles crowd of two to four thousand attacked the Industrial Work for the World headquarters. Furniture broken and windows smashed. No reported casualties or arrests. Separate items note game wardens arresting quail shooters in Cimarron Canyon.
The article asserts German brutality in World War I, detailing alleged attacks on hospitals and crimes against civilians. It cites Canadian and British reports and notes growing American contact with German methods, promising more evidence as U.S. troops reach Europe.
The New Mexico School for the Deaf and Dumb began its eleventh year of operation under the Siegert administration. Details mention staff, campus activities, and minors dates, with references to the State Corporation Commission and local officials.
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